QA/QC Supervisor – Valve Installations

Job Title: QA/QC Supervisor – Valve Installations

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient Senior QA/QC Supervisor – Valve Installations to lead and execute quality assurance and control activities associated with industrial valve installation and testing. This role demands strong leadership, in-depth knowledge of international codes (API, ASME, ISO), and the ability to manage quality oversight across large, complex mechanical scopes. The ideal candidate will serve as a key interface between construction, commissioning, client inspectors, and internal QA teams to ensure flawless execution and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Project QA/QC Leadership

• Lead all QA/QC efforts related to valve installation (manual, actuated, safety, and control valves) across the site or project.

• Review and approve Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, valve installation procedures, and test protocols.

• Coordinate closely with the engineering, procurement, and site execution teams to resolve technical and quality issues.

Advanced Inspection & Testing Oversight

• Supervise and witness complex valve installations including those on high-pressure, high-temperature, and critical process lines.

• Oversee hydrostatic, pneumatic, seat leak, and function testing in accordance with API 598, API 6D, or project specifications.

• Validate actuator calibration, SRV set pressures, and MOV functionality in collaboration with vendors or commissioning teams.

Documentation & Compliance Management

• Ensure that all valve-related inspection and testing documentation is properly completed, reviewed, and archived.

• Approve final inspection dossiers, test packs, and handover documentation to commissioning and client representatives.

• Manage the traceability of valves (tag numbers, serial numbers, MTCs, calibration certificates) and ensure full compliance with material and construction records.

Client & Audit Interface

• Act as the primary QA contact for client representatives and third-party inspectors on valve installation issues.

• Lead or support internal and external quality audits, including pre-commissioning and mechanical completion inspections.

• Issue and resolve Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Quality Observation Reports (QORs), and participate in Root Cause Analyses (RCAs).

Team Mentorship & Process Improvement

• Mentor junior QA/QC engineers and inspectors, provide technical training, and guide quality-related decision-making.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in valve quality control processes, procedures, and documentation practices.

• Recommend updates to quality procedures to incorporate lessons learned and industry best practices.

Key Focus Areas:

• QA/QC lead for valve installation and testing across project lifecycle

• Interface with clients, vendors, and construction teams

• Management of documentation, audits, and quality deliverables

• Technical mentorship and continuous improvement

Qualifications and Skills:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Advanced certifications or training in QA/QC, welding inspection, and NDT (preferred)

Certifications (Preferred):

• API 598 / API 6D / ASME Section VIII / ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

• CSWIP 3.1 or 3.2, ASNT Level II in PT/MT/RT/UT (as applicable)

Experience:

• 7–12+ years of experience in mechanical QA/QC roles, with at least 5 years specifically in valve installation oversight within oil & gas, power, or petrochemical projects

• Proven experience handling large construction/commissioning projects involving valve systems

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of valve types, installation best practices, and pressure testing requirements

• Strong understanding of quality standards, document control systems, and NCR processes

• Proficiency in interpreting P&IDs, isometrics, valve data sheets, and testing records

• Excellent communication, leadership, and reporting skills